NFC North News and Rumors

Lions’ Willie Young considered amputation for injured finger

Lions defensive end Willie Young smashed the middle finger of his left hand so badly while making a tackle three weeks ago against the Packers that he talked to doctors about amputating it. “Two weeks ago I was like, ‘Yeah, let’s get rid of it,’”

Bears' Brandon Marshall chasing history

Chicago Bears receiver Brandon Marshall is averaging 7.6 receptions per game this season. So with a slightly better-than-average performance Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings, Marshall could achieve some hefty milestones with plenty of room to spare.…